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Sabrina Parchment-Cooper

Vernon,BC

Summary

An experienced Community Support Worker with 10 years of experience in providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families. Skilled in building partnerships with related organizations, dependable at successfully managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Committed to providing high-quality care and support to ensure positive outcomes for those whom I serve.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Specialized Community Support Worker

Axis Family Resources Ltd.
12.2023 - Current

Offered compassionate care during transitional periods such as housing changes or medical emergencies, providing stability amid uncertainty.

  • Maintained accurate case records to track progress, sharing relevant updates with supervisory staff and stakeholders as needed.
  • Provided emotional support to affected residents and victims and assisted in developing long-term recovery plans and goals.
  • Enhanced team collaboration and service coordination by participating in regular multidisciplinary team meetings.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans that address both mental and physical health needs.
  • Connected clients with appropriate community resources, effectively navigating complex systems on their behalf.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement of support services by participating in training and professional development opportunities.
  • Advocated for client rights, ensuring equitable access to necessary services and resources across diverse populations.
  • Enhanced client life skills through the development and implementation of educational programs and activities.
  • Supported clients in crisis by providing immediate interventions and coordinating with emergency services and supervisors.
  • Provided crisis intervention support when needed, de-escalating situations while prioritizing the safety of all involved parties.
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted clients in achieving greater independence, fostering a sense of empowerment through guidance and encouragement.
  • Meal preparation
  • Medication administration

Early Childhood Educator

Maven Lane Childcare Center
03.2024 - Current
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
  • Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.

Dental Assistant

South East Regional Health Authority
01.2012 - 12.2023
  • Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Conducted preliminary assessments of new patients, gathering crucial information for accurate diagnoses.
  • Collaborated with dental team to develop treatment plans, ensuring patient needs were met comprehensively.
  • Facilitated patient education on oral hygiene practices, contributing to improved dental health.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.

Education

Diploma - Early Childhood Education With Support Needs

Okanagan College
Vernon, BC
06-2025

Diploma - Dental Assistant

University of Technology Jamaica
Kingston Jamaiaca
09-2011

Skills

  • Promoting Social and Emotional Development
  • Special education background
  • Motivating and Inspiring Students
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
  • Experience with Diverse Student Populations
  • Small group support
  • Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists

Timeline

Early Childhood Educator

Maven Lane Childcare Center
03.2024 - Current

Specialized Community Support Worker

Axis Family Resources Ltd.
12.2023 - Current

Dental Assistant

South East Regional Health Authority
01.2012 - 12.2023

Diploma - Early Childhood Education With Support Needs

Okanagan College

Diploma - Dental Assistant

University of Technology Jamaica
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